Replacement E55 finally here!
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2005 E55 AMG
Replacement E55 finally here!
My replacement E55 finally arrived at the dealer late yesterday and I picked it up today. Having had both a July build '05 as well as a December build '05, here are a couple quick observations on the differences:
* I was a big fan of the old clamshell console, but to much to my surprise, I actually like the new sliding tambour door version. The new cupholders inside finally offer a place to safely store my sunglasses and I felt no elbow discomfort using it as an arm rest.
* I was considering getting some type of aftermarket metal pedals, but I was surprised to find mine came standard with the SL style pedals right from the factory:
I'll post better pics shortly - too busy falling in love with the beast all over again!
* I was a big fan of the old clamshell console, but to much to my surprise, I actually like the new sliding tambour door version. The new cupholders inside finally offer a place to safely store my sunglasses and I felt no elbow discomfort using it as an arm rest.
* I was considering getting some type of aftermarket metal pedals, but I was surprised to find mine came standard with the SL style pedals right from the factory:
I'll post better pics shortly - too busy falling in love with the beast all over again!
Last edited by Beowulf; Dec 29, 2004 at 09:50 PM.
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You have a gorgeous car. Mine is the same with burled walnut wood.
I looked at the new console yesterday and it looks great. Reminded me of my first 400E form many years back.
I asked about how a factory phone was fit into it and dealer said that it took the place of one of the cup holders.
Congrats
I looked at the new console yesterday and it looks great. Reminded me of my first 400E form many years back.
I asked about how a factory phone was fit into it and dealer said that it took the place of one of the cup holders.
Congrats
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Originally Posted by RedBaron
So that steering wheel is stock??? very cool!
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Congrats on getting your replacement.
The upgraded Swheel really makes the interior cozier + the
metal pedals I think is a nice touch.
I did not follow why you had to get a replacement but here's
hoping that this one is trouble free for you
The upgraded Swheel really makes the interior cozier + the
metal pedals I think is a nice touch.
I did not follow why you had to get a replacement but here's
hoping that this one is trouble free for you
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Originally Posted by RRevolution
Beowulf, we need to meet up sometime. I'm in Marietta, GA. 
I'm up an informal get-together for Atlanta area owners.
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Originally Posted by tendons
can you tell if you have the new steering rack and if so, is there a difference?
According to magazine reports, the new steering rack from the CLS would be installed on E55's, beginning with November production. According to tommaey, (see https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...steering+ra0ck ), it's been installed in all E55's since July, including my old one.
It's also installed as part of the new W211 E350 Sport Package, which has already been released in Europe, and which also includes the metal SL pedals.
My car completed production on 12/09/04 and shipped on 12/12/04. My car also includes the metal SL pedals - the first W211 that I've heard of to come stateside so equipped from the factory. Maybe it's a placebo effect, but the steering does seem to be more responsive, both on-center and in transient maneuvers.
Wish I could offer more definitive info, but I'm limited to subjective impressions for now.
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Originally Posted by vdubpower
why did u get a new car and waht did teh old steering wheel look like
I purchased the MP Designs Sport steering wheel when I bought the old car. Part of my agreement with the dealer was that it would be transferred to the new car. Both the old and new cars came with the standard E55 all-leather steering wheel.
